Feb 11, 2021
Lions LB Barnett announces retirement
BC Lions linebacker Mitch Barnett has announced his retirement from professional football, the club announced on Thursday. Barnett, 27, joined his hometown Lions as a free agent in 2018 after two years as a member of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.
TSN.ca Staff
BC Lions linebacker Mitch Barnett has announced his retirement from professional football, the club announced on Thursday.
“Mitch was a great pro with us on and off the field,” said Lions co-GM and director of football ops. Neil McEvoy. "We wish him the best of luck in his next chapter in life and look forward to him being a big part of our local Lions alumni that support us at BC Place and other club events.”
Barnett, 27, joined his hometown Lions as a free agent in 2018 after two years as a member of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. The North Vancouver native played one season with the Lions and was an integral part of their special teams unit, registering nine tackles in 18 games.
“It’s a tough decision to move on, but I’m ready for what’s next. It was outstanding to live out my childhood dream of playing football and I’m honoured to say I finished my career as a Lion,” said Barnett on Thursday morning.
Barnett was drafted by the Tiger-Cats in the seventh round, No.59 overall, of the 2016 CFL Draft.